AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2026-200R, approving the purchase of a 900ECO combination sewer cleaner vehicle from Houston Freightliner, through the Houston Galveston Area Council purchasing cooperative, to be used by the wastewater division in the amount of $625,741.00; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the purchase on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
Body
Meeting date: November 17, 2026
Department: Utilities - Ekaterina Fitos
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $625,741
Account or Project Number (C = CIP funds): 22006331 60125
Funds Available: Yes, FY2026-27 Adopted Budget
Account Name: Wastewater Collections/Equipment
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: NA
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Background Information:
The 900ECO Combination Sewer Cleaner vehicle will replace the current 2015 model that is approaching the end of its economic and operational service life. Due to its age and high utilization rates, there has been a significant escalation in maintenance requirements and associated costs. Given the increasing frequency of component failure due to metal fatigue and wear, further investment in this asset is no longer cost effective.
The purchase is being made through the Houston Galveston Area Coucil (HGAC) cooperative contract number HT07-26.
Council Committee, Board/Commission Action:
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Alternatives:
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Recommendation:
The Utilities Department recommends approval of this purchase.